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CRR 813J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,279 mi
Last recorded30,279 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRR 813J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 30,279 miles

all tyres sidewalls starting to crack

Pass 22 Sep 2015 30,259 miles

nearside rear tyre cracked

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 7 Jun 2014 30,121 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 30,115 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Pass 23 May 2013 30,029 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 29,964 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 29,817 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 29,721 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 29,656 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 29,650 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 29,611 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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CRR 813J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CRR 813J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CRR 813J registered?

CRR 813J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 27 August 1970.

Is CRR 813J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRR 813J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CRR 813J have outstanding finance?

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